This work reviews the finite element modeling and model correlation for the on-pad buckling stability analysis of the Redesigned Solid Rocket Motor (RSRM) used to propel the Space Shuttle from lift-off through booster separation. A review of the linear buckling eigenvalues and infinite mesh eigenvalue projections for various RSRM case material thicknesses, and a brief discussion of the knockdown factor used to determine the final RSRM buckling capability are presented.
Buckling stability analysis of the Space Shuttle redesigned solid rocket motor
Beulstabilitätsanalyse des Neuentwurfs des Feststoffraketenantriebs der Space Shuttle
1994
10 Seiten, 10 Bilder, 4 Tabellen, 22 Quellen
Conference paper
English